2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1972 Ford Custom
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 816 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 550 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1972 Ford Custom | |
Make | Bentley | Ford |
Model | Arnage | Custom |
Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2585 kg | 1769 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 83 L |